There’s been an increasing number of riders who have made the switch to flat pedals on their gravel bikes. Flat pedals are great when riding off-road and can provide an interesting challenge when you’re in the middle of nowhere, but there are also some distinct disadvantages that you need to be aware of before ditching …
There is a range of different pedals that can be used on gravel bikes. In general, each type of pedal is designed for a specific purpose. In this article, I will explain the pros and cons of using road pedals on a gravel bike. As a general rule, gravel pedals are far better than road …
Oh yeah, gravel is where it’s at! Gravel biking gives you that sense of adventure, tough workout and tests your skills. Bike manufacturers are quickly hopping on the bandwagon with all kinds of fresh new gravel bikes, including bikes with gravel-specific drivetrains. Mountain bikes have long touted the benefits of a 1x drivetrain, but now …
If you have a sense of adventure, you might love gravel biking. I was utterly amazed when I got my first gravel bike. Sure, it could ride on the road, but it could also head off the beaten path to gravel-covered streets, dirt pack, trails and do it all with ease. But like me, you …
Gravel bikes are all the rage now, and clearly combine so many benefits into one. But one thing has been bugging me – why are they so expensive? Gravel bikes are expensive because they combine premium engineering and expensive materials together. From a design perspective, they are both comfortable, durable, and versatile. In the materials, …
If you could only ever buy one bike, a gravel bike is a great choice. I’ve been riding a gravel bike for a few years now, and with the increasing popularity of gravel and the wide range of options available, you really can’t go wrong investing in a good gravel bike. If you’ve ever been …